2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · GL03 FYJ
2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 30 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 105,541 miles. MOT valid until 30 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,541 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL03 FYJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
- 105,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL03 FYJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Astra (GL03 FYJ) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
GL03 FYJ Mileage History
- 23/05/2024102,354 mi
- 23/05/2024102,354 mi
- 13/05/2025103,975 mi+1,621 mi
- 08/05/2026105,541 mi+1,566 mi
- 08/05/2026105,541 mi
Average of roughly 1,628 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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